I picked up a gorgeous 16 gauge Model 37 1938 production. Bluing is as deep and blue as any of my guns that cost far more money. Forend is in great condition as well but gun has two issues. The first issue is unfixable which is in the form of a Polychoke (the worst thing to happen to beautiful American field guns in th 20th century). The second is the stock is a mess. It has an enormous crack and large chip missing and requires replacement. I could go new but would prefer older if available.
Is the 16 gauge stock the same size as stock used on 12 and 20? Can anyone recommend a source for new or used replacement stock for a 37 of that vintage? I didn't know if there was a source or a gunsmith who may have accumulated some Ithaca parts and wood over the years.
Is the 16 gauge stock the same size as stock used on 12 and 20? Can anyone recommend a source for new or used replacement stock for a 37 of that vintage? I didn't know if there was a source or a gunsmith who may have accumulated some Ithaca parts and wood over the years.